Bupa Arabia concluded the first season of the Bupa Arabia super Padel tournament finals 2024. Organized by Bupa Arabia in AlUla Governate, and hosted by the Royal commission for AlUla and sponsored by Cloud 7 Residence Resort, during the period from November 21 to 23, 2024.
The tournament featured strong competition, with teams representing the winners from three regions across the Kingdom, as well as the host authority. THIQAH emerged victorious, claiming first place nationwide, after an impressive performance in the finals. The tournament was filled with intense and exciting matches between the competing teams: THIQAH, Royal Commission for Al-Ula, Al-Khereiji Group, and Dallah Company.
This Tournament comes as a part of Bupa Arabia’s ongoing support for community sports and its efforts to enhance public engagement with sporting events in the Kingdom.
Crowning the Champions
The tournament had an energetic and exciting atmosphere, blending sportsmanship with the stunning natural beauty of AlUla, one of the Kingdom’s premier tourist destinations. The participating teams put on strong performances, with Al-Khereiji Group finishing second, and the Royal Commission for AlUla in third place. The top three teams were awarded medals and trophies in a joyous ceremony attended by a large crowd, which added further enthusiasm to the event.
Supporting Health
This tournament is part of Bupa Arabia’s efforts to promote public health and achieve a work-life balance by supporting sports activities, especially padel, a sport gaining increasing popularity in the Kingdom. The initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to raise the percentage of individuals regularly practicing sports to 40% by 2030. It reflects Bupa Arabia’s commitment to encouraging its clients to adopt healthy and sustainable lifestyles.
An Exceptional Challenge
Mr. Fawaz Al-Mansour, Business Development Manager at THIQAH Company, which won the first place, expressed pride in this achievement. highlighted that the tournament was more than just a sports competition but an exceptional experience in the captivating surroundings of AlUla, which gave the event a unique character. He said, “We extend our sincere thanks to Bupa Arabia for organizing this wonderful event, which brought companies together for an enjoyable sports challenge that fostered teamwork and contributed to building social and healthy relationships and exchanging experiences.”
Al-Mansour added, “This victory reflects the successful partnership between us and Bupa Arabia, demonstrating our shared commitment to creating a positive impact and supporting sustainable development. I would also like to thank THIQAH Company for its continuous support, which was behind this achievement. We take pride in presenting an ideal model of collaboration and partnership and look forward to more initiatives and events that inspire national companies to participate and enhance the skills of their employees, contributing to tangible benefits across various fields.”
Live Right
This tournament is the fourth event in the first season of the Bupa Padel tournament, organized by Bupa Arabia as part of a tournament’s series held in Riyadh, Jeddah, and the Eastern Region. It is also part of the “Live Right” program launched by Bupa Arabia in 2022 to enhance public health, spread health awareness, and encourage healthy habits through sports, in line with Vision 2030’s objectives to improve the quality of life.
Since its inception, the tournament has seen the participation of over 140 teams from Bupa Arabia’s clients, making it an interactive platform to promote physical activity, social connections, and professional padel practice. The final of the 2024 tournament stood out with high sportsmanship and fierce competition, encouraging healthy rivalry among clients and supporting social and sporting connections. It also motivated employees to participate in sports activities, enhancing their well-being and raising awareness about the importance of physical activity.
Promoting Fitness
Amin Shaibi: Director – Segment & Trade Management of Marketing at Bupa Arabia explained that the tournament aimed to promote sportsmanship and encourage a healthy lifestyle among individuals and institutions, in line with Vision 2030. He said, “We are proud to organize the final season of this tournament in the enchanting city of AlUla, which offers an ideal environment to combine sports with exploring the Kingdom’s cultural and natural landmarks.”
Shaibi highlighted that the tournament reflects Bupa Arabia’s commitment to supporting public health and enhancing the well-being of the community through sports and health events. He also emphasized that the event is part of a series of sports and cultural activities offered by Bupa Arabia, especially with the growing popularity of padel in the Kingdom and its role in promoting fitness, cooperation, and strengthening social bonds outside the workplace.
He asked the companies in the Kingdom to organize sports events and campaigns to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity, aiming to make a positive change in lifestyles and improve the health of individuals, ensuring a healthier and more prosperous future.
The Health of the Future
Through its partnerships and corporate social responsibility programs, Bupa Arabia strives to support Vision 2030 by promoting health and sports initiatives that inspire individuals and institutions to adopt sustainable healthy habits. Through its “Live Right” program, the company offers health and cultural events in various Saudi cities, based on five key pillars: physical fitness, awareness, prevention, and mental health. These initiatives include sports and social activities such as tournaments and marathons, in addition to workshops and awareness sessions aimed at raising health awareness across society.
Community Partnership
Bupa Arabia continues to expand the scope of these initiatives in collaboration with new strategic partners, covering all regions of the Kingdom. This contributes to achieving national goals for improving quality of life and building a healthy, active society, reinforcing Bupa Arabia’s position as a leading company prioritizing the health of the community.
